UPDATE: The winning numbers for the Mega Millions drawing on Friday, December 26, 2025, have just been announced, with a staggering jackpot of $125 million ($56.9 million cash option) up for grabs. The numbers drawn are: 64, 63, 9, 31, 19, and the Mega Ball is 7.
Did anyone hit the jackpot? Stay tuned for updates as officials confirm the winners. If you purchased a ticket, this could be a life-changing moment!
The next Mega Millions drawing is set for Tuesday, December 30, 2025, at 11 p.m., offering another chance to win big. Ticket sales in Michigan close at 10:45 p.m. on drawing nights, so make sure to get your tickets in time. Each ticket costs $5 and allows players to select six numbers from two separate pools: five white balls (1-70) and one gold Mega Ball (1-24).
For those looking to boost their winnings, the new built-in multiplier can increase non-jackpot prizes by up to ten times, automatically assigned at the time of purchase.
Here’s a quick rundown of the potential prizes:
– Match 5 White Balls + Mega Ball: Jackpot
– Match 5 White Balls: $2 million to $10 million
– Match 4 White Balls + Mega Ball: Up to $100,000
– Match 4 White Balls: Up to $5,000
– Match 3 White Balls + Mega Ball: Up to $2,000
– Match 3 White Balls: Up to $100
– Smaller prizes available for matching fewer numbers.
The odds of winning the Mega Millions jackpot stand at 1 in 290,472,336. Despite the long odds, the allure of life-changing sums keeps players hopeful and engaged.
You can view the Mega Millions drawing live on YouTube or check the winning numbers on the official Mega Millions website and the Michigan Lottery site.
If you strike it rich, remember that winners can choose between an annuity, which pays out over 30 years, or a lump-sum cash option. The annuity option protects your purchasing power in inflationary times, while the lump-sum gives you immediate access to your winnings.
Make sure to follow the latest updates and winning announcements from the Detroit Free Press on social media platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of this exciting game! Grab your tickets before the cutoff and who knows? You could be the next big winner!
